September 2024

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Group of children on a lawn at night lit by a screen with text After Hours Outdoor Movie Saturday Sept. 21 . 7:30 - 9:30 PM

Let's watch a family movie on the Gathering Place patio! Popcorn will be available in limited quantities. Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks. Call the library for movie information.

Registration Required.

Pumpkin Decorating Contest

Register your household to enter the Pumpkin Decorating Contest! Please only register your household once. Paint and embellish your pumpkins any way you desire! Carved pumpkins will not be accepted. Register by September 28th. Pumpkin pick up will be September 30 - October 5th. Decorated pumpkins must be returned by Saturday, October 12th. Display and voting will take place October 14th -19th.


Pumpkins donated by Ruggles Ranch & Farm Market.

Fall 2024 Newsletter

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Check out our Fall 2024 newsletter for a complete list of our programs and events for Children, Teens, and Adults.


Featuring Sensory Storytime for Teens and Adults, Youth Fire Safety Education, and much more!

The Library is open during construction on Elizabeth Lake Road! 

See updates from the Oakland County Road Commission here.

Friends' Art Wall

Framed mosaic of blue and green tiles with a central large tile with a cat hand drawn into the clay

Check out the Friends' Local Artists display above the ongoing book sale cart!


Our September featured artist is Liz DeVree, whose piece "Magnolia Sunset" will be on display. Liz uses embroidery thread to turn dried leaves into unique works of art.


If you are an artist and would like the opportunity to exhibit your work, submit an application to friends@whitelakelibrary.org.

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Check out our upcoming special events!

Reminder: All programs require registration.

Yarn Club

(Adult)

Wednesday, September 4, 6:30 - 7:30 PM


Bring your knitting, crochet, or other fiber craft and share some time with fellow yarners at the library! 

Poster for Nowhere Special movie featuring a man and his son sitting on a bench

Theater Thursday

(Adult)

Thursday, September 5, 2 - 4 PM


Join us each month for a movie day, closed captioning displayed. You are welcome to bring your own drink in a closed container, popcorn will be provided.


September Movie: Nowhere Special

Yoga

(Adult)

Monday, September 9, 10:30 - 11:30 AM


Join us at the library with instructor Debbie Hamina as we practice simple breathwork and yoga poses suitable for any level of yoga experience. Make sure to bring your yoga mat!

Image of the Scooby-Doo cartoon cast inside the mystery machine van

Scooby-Doo Party

(Grades K-5)

Saturday, September 14, 2:30 - 4:00 PM


This month marks the 55th anniversary of Scooby-Doo’s television debut! Join us in celebration as we watch classic episodes and eat Scooby Snacks. 

OpenSpot Theatre Workshop

(Grades 6-12)

Monday, September 16, 6:00 - 7:30 PM


Unleash your potential on stage with the guidance of OpenSpot Theatre! Whether you're new to drama or a seasoned actor, all are welcome to attend the workshop. 

OpenSpot Theatre logo of a teal spotlight, against a background of a red theatre curtain
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Writing Workshop

(Adult)

Thursday, September 19, 6:30 - 7:30 PM


Are you itching to finally sit down and write that book? Join the Writer's Workshop and get your story told! The Writer's Workshop is a safe, encouraging space to work on a story or poem of any genre.

DIY Corsage and Boutonniere

(Grades 6-12)

Tuesday, September 24, 6:30 - 7:30 PM


Get fancy for a school dance by making corsages and boutonnieres out of silk flowers.

Bouquet of silk flowers
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Idea Lab 101

(Adult)

Thursday, September 26, 6:30 - 7:30 PM


Did you know that the Idea Lab has a wide range of resources available for you to use either at the library or check out and take home? Join as for an in-depth look at a different resource each month. 

September 26: 3D Printer

Mystery Spice

(Adult)

Monday, September 30, 6:30 - 7:30 PM


Stop by the adult services desk to receive your serving of this session's mystery spice, some background, and a recipe. Take it home to cook with, then join us for a discussion! Spice pickup will begin September 23.

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Check out our book clubs for all ages!

Read & Discuss

(Adult)

Monday, September 9, 6:30 - 7:30 PM


Adults of all ages are invited to join this group! Read the pick of the month and join us for a lively conversation.


Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn

Cover of Killers of a Certain Age featuring a hand with a pearl bracelet holding a knife

Get the Picture

(Grades K-2)

Thursday, September 12, 6:30 - 7:30 PM


Join us for a picture book discussion for families of children going into K - 2nd grade! We will read the book together and have a craft or activity to do afterwards that's fun for the whole family.

Please register your family once and note the number of people attending!

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Dublin Book Club

(Adult)

Thursday, September 19, 10:30 - 11:30 AM


Looking for a daytime book group? Readers aged 50 and over are invited to join the Dublin Book Group. Located at Dublin Community Senior Center.


Mother-Daughter Murder Night by Nina Simon

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News from Our Friends!
Friends Fall Book Sale September 11-14

Wednesday, September 11

Friends Only 5 pm - 7 pm - (Memberships Available at the Door)

Thursday, September 12: 10 am – 7 pm

Friday, September 13: 10 am – 4 pm

Saturday, September 14: 10 am – 4 pm

Volunteers Wanted


Lots of opportunities to volunteer with the Friends! Email friends@whitelakelibrary.org for more info. We are especially in need of help moving boxes before and after our quarterly book sales.

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Hours

Monday - Thursday: 10 am - 8 pm

Friday and Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm

Closed on Sundays

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